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Rent a high-performance Counter-Strike: Source server on fast hardware. Instant 60-second setup, free mods, always-on DDoS protection and 24/7 support — from $10.99/mo.

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Counter-Strike: Source
DDoS
Protected
<60s
Instant setup
24/7
Human support
7-day
Money-back
AMD
Ryzen + NVMe
Plans & Pricing

Choose your Counter-Strike: Source plan

Every plan includes DDoS protection, NVMe storage, one-click mods and 24/7 support. Upgrade or downgrade anytime — no setup fees.

Starter
Counter-Strike: Source
$10.99/mo
Billed monthly
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4 GB RAM
2 vCPU cores
NVMe SSD storage
Always-on DDoS protection
One-click mod / plugin installer
Plus
Counter-Strike: Source
Most popular
$20.99/mo
Billed monthly
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8 GB RAM
2 vCPU cores
NVMe SSD storage
Always-on DDoS protection
One-click mod / plugin installer
Pro
Counter-Strike: Source
$41.99/mo
Billed monthly
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16 GB RAM
3 vCPU cores
NVMe SSD storage
Always-on DDoS protection
One-click mod / plugin installer

Prices in USD. * Slots are performance-based, not licence-capped. 7-day money-back guarantee.

Why GGameHost

Everything your Counter-Strike: Source server needs

Premium hardware, real protection and a control panel built for gamers — not sysadmins.

Instant Setup

Your server is online in under 60 seconds — pick a plan, pay, play. No waiting, no manual config.

DDoS Protection

Always-on, multi-Tbps filtering on every plan and location keeps your world online through any attack.

NVMe + Ryzen

High-clock AMD Ryzen cores and NVMe SSD storage deliver zero-lag tick rates and fast world loads.

Low Latency

High-performance hardware with single-digit ping and global locations available on request.

One-Click Mods

Install modpacks and plugins straight from the control panel — no files, no fuss.

24/7 Support

Real humans on live chat and tickets, with a 7-day money-back guarantee on every plan.

Counter-Strike: Source server hosting, done right

Counter-Strike: Source is the Source-engine classic still beloved for surf, bhop, zombie and pub servers. A dedicated server with SourceMod and MetaMod gives you total control over plugins and maps. Pick a plan and your Counter-Strike: Source server deploys in under 60 seconds — no manual install, no command line, no shared lobbies. It ships ready for SourceMod and MetaMod, so you can shape the server exactly how your community plays.

We run Counter-Strike: Source on high-clock AMD Ryzen CPUs with NVMe SSD storage, wrapped in always-on multi-Tbps DDoS protection — for smooth tick rates, fast world loads and single-digit ping. We recommend around 512 MB–2 GB of RAM, scaling with players and mods. Plans scale to 12–32 slots.

Manage everything from a modern control panel: a live console, one-click mod & plugin installer, visual config editor, scheduled automatic backups — plus real 24/7 human support whenever you need it.

Related guideHow to set up a Counter-Strike: Source server →
One-click mods

Mod your Counter-Strike: Source server in seconds

Your Counter-Strike: Source server supports SourceMod and MetaMod — install straight from the panel or upload your own with full file access. No SSH, no headaches, and you can upgrade RAM in one click if a big modpack needs more.

SourceModMetaModPluginsWorkshop mapsFTP/SFTP
$ mod install performance-pack
✓ Installed · restarting…
[ok] Counter-Strike: Source server online · 14 ms_
Control Panel

Built for Counter-Strike: Source players, not sysadmins

Your Counter-Strike: Source server comes with the full GGameHost panel. Click through to see what you get.

GGameHost
Your server● ONLINE
Console
Files
Databases
Backups
Schedules
Startup
Settings
Uptime0h 14m
CPU load2.24% / 200%
Memory866 MiB / 4 GiB
Disk231 MiB / 10 GiB
[19:37:59] [INFO] Done preparing level "world" (0.790s)
[19:38:00] [INFO] Saving chunks for level ServerLevel[world]
[19:38:00] [INFO] ThreadedAnvilChunkStorage: All dimensions are saved
[19:38:00] [INFO] Running delayed init tasks
[19:38:00] [INFO] Done (16.516s)! For help, type "help"
[19:41:12] [INFO] Steve joined the game
[19:41:38] [INFO] Server tick · 11 ms · TPS 20.0
say Welcome to GGameHost
/home/containerUpload
config17 minutes ago
plugins27 minutes ago
world2 minutes ago
logs17 minutes ago
server.properties1.4 KiB · 17 minutes ago
bukkit.yml1.12 KiB · 17 minutes ago
server.jar58.9 MiB · 31 minutes ago
Edit any file in the browser — no FTP client needed
Backups 3 of 3 storedCreate backup
world-nightly-2026-07-28231.4 MiBCompleted
world-nightly-2026-07-27228.9 MiBCompleted
pre-modpack-update204.1 MiBCompleted
Restore any snapshot in two clicks
Schedules 3 activeNew schedule
Nightly restartEvery day · 04:00Active
Auto backupEvery day · 05:00Active
Weekly world saveSundays · 03:30Active
Restarts, backups and commands on a timer
Startup variablesSave
Minecraft version
latest
Server jar file
server.jar
Build number
latest
Docker image
Java 25
Change version or RAM flags without touching a config file
Getting Started

How to set up a Counter-Strike: Source server

Your Counter-Strike: Source server, online in three simple steps.

1

Choose your plan

Pick the Counter-Strike: Source plan that fits your community and budget. Not sure? Start small — upgrade in one click anytime.

2

Instant deploy

Checkout and your server provisions automatically in under 60 seconds, with console access right away.

3

Configure & invite

Install mods, tweak settings, then share your server address and start playing with friends.

Network

Low ping for your Counter-Strike: Source players

Low-latency network

Tuned routing and high-clock hardware keep response times low for every player.

Single-digit ping

Fast tick rates and snappy response — ideal for competitive and modded play.

DDoS protected

Always-on, multi-Tbps filtering included on every server.

Locations on request

Need a specific region for your community? Just ask and we will provision it.

Recommended specs for Counter-Strike: Source

Counter-Strike: Source is a Medium-class game. For a smooth experience we recommend 512 MB–2 GB RAM, scaling with player count and mods. CPU clock speed matters most for tick rate — our high-clock AMD Ryzen hardware keeps Counter-Strike: Source fast even under load, and you can upgrade in one click as your community grows.

Server softwareSourceMod and MetaMod
Player slots12–32 slots
Recommended RAM512 MB–2 GB
Performance classMedium
FAQ

Counter-Strike: Source hosting questions

How much does a Counter-Strike: Source server cost?
Counter-Strike: Source server hosting starts at $10.99/month on Starter. Plus and Pro add more RAM, vCPU and player slots — and you can pay monthly, quarterly, or yearly with 1 month free.
Do you offer cheap Counter-Strike: Source server hosting?
Yes — GGameHost is affordable Counter-Strike: Source server hosting: plans start at $10.99/month with no setup fees, and quarterly or yearly billing (1 month free) makes it cheaper still. You still get AMD Ryzen + NVMe hardware, DDoS protection and 24/7 support — cheap Counter-Strike: Source hosting without the lag or hidden limits.
What is Counter-Strike: Source and why rent a dedicated server?
Counter-Strike: Source is the Source-engine classic still beloved for surf, bhop, zombie and pub servers. A dedicated server with SourceMod and MetaMod gives you total control over plugins and maps.
Can I run a modded Counter-Strike: Source server?
Yes — GGameHost is built for modded Counter-Strike: Source server hosting. Your Counter-Strike: Source server supports SourceMod and MetaMod: install from the one-click manager or upload your own from the control panel, and add RAM in a click if a heavy modpack needs more.
How many players can my Counter-Strike: Source server hold?
Our Counter-Strike: Source plans handle 12–32 slots. Slots are performance-based, not licence-capped, so start small and upgrade instantly as your community grows.
How much RAM does a Counter-Strike: Source server need?
Plan for 512 MB–2 GB for Counter-Strike: Source, scaling with player count and mods. CPU clock speed matters most for smooth tick rate — our high-clock AMD Ryzen hardware keeps Counter-Strike: Source fast, and you can upgrade RAM in one click.
How do I set up a Counter-Strike: Source server?
There is no manual install — pick a plan, check out, and your Counter-Strike: Source server deploys automatically in under 60 seconds. Then manage everything from the control panel.
How do my friends join my Counter-Strike: Source server?
Share your server IP and port — friends connect in seconds, and your Counter-Strike: Source server stays online 24/7 even when you log off.
Where are your servers located?
On premium low-latency hardware for single-digit ping, with multiple locations available on request.
Is DDoS protection included?
Yes — always-on, multi-Tbps DDoS filtering is included free on every plan and location.
Are automatic backups included?
Yes — schedule automatic backups and restore your Counter-Strike: Source world in a couple of clicks from the panel.
Do you offer a money-back guarantee?
Every Counter-Strike: Source plan is covered by a 7-day no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.
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